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Savage's Clough hopes
Derby County, 13:35, January 9, 2009 ,
Derby misfit Robbie Savage is hoping the appointment of Nigel Clough as manager will give him and the squad a new lease of life.
Savage came on as a substitute in the win over Manchester United in midweek and he believes the arrival of Clough will give him and his team-mates a fresh outlook.
He told the Derby Telegraph: "It was special getting on against Man United but it was also special just getting on for Derby for the first time since August 23.
"Hopefully, we can build on that as a group under the new manager and I'm sure he'll take great heart from watching that performance.
"It was a fantastic result and that's what usually happens when a new manager comes in - the team raises their game.
"It was a fantastic performance and, let's be honest, it could have been two or three in the end, while they didn't really have a shot on target.
"All the lads are buzzing but we know it is only half-time in the tie."